Introduction
Sulforaphane is a compound found in broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower. It has been used to reduce markers of cancer. Sulforaphane can be taken by eating these veggies. It can also be taken as a pill, powder, or extract.
Dosages
There are no advised doses for sulforaphane.
What Research Shows
Not Enough Data to Assess
- Autism spectrum disorder A1
- Prostate cancer B1
Editorial process and description of evidence categories can be found at EBSCO NAT Editorial Process.
Editorial process and description of evidence categories can be found at EBSCO NAT Editorial Process.
Safety Notes
It is likely safe to take sulforaphane in small doses for a short time. Not enough studies have been done to say whether it is safe to use for a long period. It is also not known whether it is safe to take by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Interactions
Talk to your doctor about any supplements or therapy you would like to use. Some can interfere with treatment or make conditions worse.
References
REFA Autism Spectrum Disorder
REFA1 Singh K, Connors SL, et al. Sulforaphane treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2014 Oct 28;111(43):15550-15555.
REFB Prostate Cancer
REFB1 Alumkal JJ, Slottke R, et al. A phase II study of sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extracts in men with recurrent prostate cancer. Invest New Drugs. 2015 Apr;33(2):480-489.
REFC Type 2 Diabetes
REFC1 Bahadoran Z, Tohidi M, et al. Effect of broccoli sprouts on insulin resistance in type 2 diabetic patients: a randomized double-blind clinical trial. Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2012 Nov;63(7):767-771.